Desire Ugochi Oparanozie Announces Retirement from Professional Football for Club and Country

Lagos, Nigeria -

Nigeria's Super Falcons forward, Desire Ugochi Oparanozie, has made the heartfelt decision to retire from professional football, bidding farewell to both her national team and club career at the age of 29. Oparanozie, a prominent figure in women's football, shared this announcement in a post on her social media platform on Wednesday.

In her post, Oparanozie expressed her gratitude to her fans, family, and friends for their unwavering love and support throughout her illustrious career. She stated, "It's time to take a bow, as I believe there's no better time than now. I'm officially announcing my retirement from professional football for both club and country."

Desire Ugochi Oparanozie's journey in professional football has been marked by remarkable achievements and contributions to the sport, both at the national and international levels. She played an essential role in the squad that represented Nigeria at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, a testament to her dedication and talent on the field.

Her retirement marks the end of an era, and she took the opportunity to express her appreciation to everyone who played a part in her football journey. Oparanozie conveyed her gratitude, saying, "To every team and coach I have played for, to every mate I've played alongside, and to every opponent I have played against, thank you all for being part of this incredible journey. Thank you, football, thank you, Nigeria."

Desire Ugochi Oparanozie's career has been a remarkable one. She began her professional journey with Bayelsa Queens and later went on to represent Delta Queens and Düvenciler Lisesispor. Her journey took her to the Chinese Women's Super League, where she made significant contributions.

In 2012, Oparanozie made a transfer to Rossiyanka in the Russian Women's Football Championship, where she played in the prestigious UEFA Women's Champions League and made her mark by scoring a memorable goal. She continued her journey by joining VfL Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga for the 2013-14 season.

While her retirement is a loss for the football world, it also marks the beginning of a new chapter in her life. Desire Ugochi Oparanozie's legacy in women's football will undoubtedly endure, serving as an inspiration to aspiring athletes worldwide.

Disclaimer:

This press release is based on publicly available information from Desire Ugochi Oparanozie's social media post and provides acknowledgment of her retirement from professional football.

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